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SHAMED former Liverpool FC physio Liam Kershaw was subjected to months of vile abuse by his Portakabin lover after he called time on their sordid affair.An employment tribunal heard how the unnamed admin clerk waged an six-month campaign of yelled threats and abusive emails until Kershaw, 42, cracked and reported her to Kop bosses."I had to put an end to it" he said as he battled to save his career at the London hearing."After nearly six months of unwanted contact from her I couldn't find another way to stop it other than to contact the club."I clearly made a big mistake, it is something I will regret for the rest of my life"The panel heard how an Academy staff member forced open a Portakabin door to to find Kershaw and his 29-year-old colleague inside.But today the tribunal ruled that Kershaw, now working at Huddersfield Town FC, is fit to continue work as a licensed physio as the affair did not affect his ability to practice.Emails between the pair suggest they secretly engaged in … [Read more...] about Liverpool FC physio’s Portakabin romp lover screamed abuse about his wife when he ended affair

A LIVERPOOL FC physio romped with a colleague and sent her a snap of his penis, a disciplinary hearing was told.Married Liam Kershaw began the affair after a club Christmas party.The pair got fruity four times at the team’s academy premises, the Health and Care Professions Council heard.A colleague caught a “surprised” Kershaw, 42, with the woman, who is 13 years his junior, in a locked Portakabin.Emails between the pair suggest they secretly engaged in oral sex and groping while up to 100 schoolkid players used the facilities in 2015.She also sent him “extreme” and “nasty” messages about his family.During internal disciplinary proceedings the dad of two “swore blind” nothing sexual happened but later admitted sending the picture of his penis.Kershaw, who was also the safeguarding officer at Liverpool’s academy, left his post last year.He now works as a physio at Premier League rivals Huddersfield Town.He yesterday told the … [Read more...] about Liverpool FC physio ‘romped with colleague and sent her a snap of his penis’

A DYING mum has told of her heartbreak at losing her husband – a day before he was due to meet his Liverpool heroes.Dad-of-three Ed Steward was diagnosed with cancer within weeks of his wife Karen receiving the horror news that she had a terminal illness.The pair had previously revealed that they had been trying to savour their remaining time with their children.But Ed, 42, tragically passed away peacefully on Friday.And while his wife Karen knew her hubbie was dying, she says it was a shock but paid tribute to Ed who kept caring for his family until his final hours.She said: “It was very quick. We were shocked that it was so quick.“He was one in a million. He was so good to me. I wouldn’t ever have to lift a finger. He wouldn’t stop, even to the last day he was still looking after me and the kids.“So he was a great father, he practically reared the baby because I was in hospital.“We’ve been through so much together and he stuck with … [Read more...] about Dying Dublin mum tells of heartbreak at losing her husband to cancer as she fights same terminal disease – a day before he was due to meet his Liverpool FC heroes

STEFAN RATCHFORD hopes to show what he can do with a rugby ball at Anfield — after turning down the chance to get there with a football.The Warrington ace hopes to make it to the Four Nations final with England, which will played at the home of his beloved Liverpool FC.But Ratchford has revealed he had the chance of joining the Reds’ academy when he was a teenage midfielder with Highfield Celtic, only for rugby league to win out.He said: “I was 14 or 15 and my football coach said Liverpool wanted to take me on a trial.“There was this bloke who turned up three weeks running with a Liverpool coat on. We all thought he was someone’s dad or something.“But it was a coach from the club as they were looking at me. However, I was signing for Salford at the time and I’d played rugby since I was four. All I’d wanted to be was a rugby player.“I told Salford’s then head of youth, Alan Hunte, about it and he said that if I … [Read more...] about Warrington’s Stefan Ratchford aims to show what he can do with a rugby ball at Liverpool FC… after turning down the chance to get there with a football

ARE these the most expensive trainers ever?The garish pair of bright red Liverpool FC Adidas Samba shoes were recently put on eBay - and the seller expected them to reach a whopping £3,000.According to the listing, the UK size 8.5 trainers are the only pair of their kind in the world as they are a 'factory sample' and are printed with the words 'not for resale' on the tongue.They don't come in the original box, however the seller maintains they have never been worn.The Yeovil-based online trader claims the pricey pumps were designed by Adidas but never put into production, hence the hefty price tag.Although the seller did not provide proof of authenticity, the eBay advert backs up the claims they are '100% genuine' and has listed them on the auction site, reports the Liverpool Echo.Adidas trainer expert Ali Gammack of lovevintageadidas.com said: "I have never seen these Sambas before but if there was only one pair produced then … [Read more...] about Are these the most expensive trainers ever? Liverpool FC Adidas Samba shoes for sale on eBay cost nearly THREE GRAND

A PLANE full of Liverpool FC fans has had to be evacuated minutes after take off after smoke was reportedly detected in the cabin.Lufthansa flight 1204 from Frankfurt to Basel is said to have had to turn around and land at 12.37pm today just minutes after leaving.Seventy-four passengers and four crew were on board.Fans had been heading to Basel in Switzerland to see Liverpool take on Sevilla in the UEFA Europa League final tonight.Sunday Times football correspondent Jonathan Northcroft, who was on the flight, tweeted pictures of crowds waiting to get back on board saying: "Problem detected in cabin. Smoke. Paramedics asking if people feel ok. Most in 'selfies front of fire engines' mode."He told The Sun: "We got airborne and after a couple of minutes they announced there was a problem in cabin."The plane banked and started turning round sharply. Fire engines waiting when we landed."The crew said to leave as quick as could and there seemed to be a wee bit of smoke in the air near … [Read more...] about Flight carrying Liverpool fans heading for Europa League final in Basel grounded minutes after taking off

THERE will be an atmosphere of celebration at Anfield next Saturday.Liverpool FC will be naming a stand after their greatest player and one of their finest managers, too.The word genius can be overused in sport — but not in the case of Kenny Dalglish.I met up with my old Blackburn boss again on Saturday at the funeral of former Newcastle chairman Freddy Shepherd and explained to my son, Will, about the incredible player he was meeting.At 17, he will not have seen him live but has seen the videos and any young player who has not, should.A player who could do everything and also as a manager, someone who could inspire you to great things.Kenny won an incredible 15 major trophies as a player with Liverpool, including three European Cups, and a further seven as manager.Of course I remember him best as the man who guided myself and Blackburn to the 1995 title.While Ray Harford did most of the coaching Kenny was the inspiration.He also taught me a major skill to get free of my … [Read more...] about Liverpool prepare to honour player and manager hero Kenny Dalglish with a stand – but the Reds are standing still under Jurgen Klopp

LIVERPOOL were last night forced into an embarrassing climbdown after illegally approaching Virgil van Dijk.Southampton received an apology from the Reds following claims their £70million-rated star met Jurgen Klopp in secret. The Saints were unimpressed by the Reds' approach for their Dutch star centre-back and were going to report the club to the Premier League.Anfield boss Klopp is also alleged to have sent Van Dijk a number of texts.Furious Saints, who reported the Merseysiders to the Premier League, insist they will not sell Van Dijk and Liverpool say they have now ended their interest in the defender. A Kop statement said: “Liverpool FC would like to put on record speculation regarding Southampton and player transfers between the two clubs."We apologise to the owner, board of directors and fans of Southampton for any misunderstanding regarding Virgil van Dijk. Keep up to date with ALL the latest transfer news and gossip on our dedicated blog … [Read more...] about Liverpool ‘end interest in Virgil van Dijk’ as club statement says sorry to Southampton over tapping-up claims

LIVERPOOL starlet Ryan Kent has signed a new five-year deal.The 20-year-old winger spent last season on loan at Barnsley.And, according to Bild, already three German clubs - Freiburg, Hannover and Stuttgart - are keen to take him this time around. NOT PICKED YOUR FANTASY FOOTBALL TEAM YET? WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? Some Championship clubs, including Aston Villa and Middlesbrough, are also interested so maybe it's a question of whether a year in the Bundesliga is more beneficial to Kent.That's, of course, if Liverpool decide to send him out on loan again.Kent has impressed in pre-season, appearing in seven of the Reds' eight friendlies and catching the eye with his cameo in the win at Bayern Munich.And the Reds are seemingly short on wide players, so maybe Jurgen Klopp will keep him at Anfield.The player spoke about his contract with the official Liverpool FC website but gave no clue as to what happens next.Said the former Coventry City winger: "It's a big … [Read more...] about Liverpool starlet Ryan Kent signs new five-year deal and is set to be loaned out again this season

Friday's move, which had been rumored for months, was announced in separate statements issued first by Liverpool, then by 1860 Munich. "In Ian Ayre we have hired our candidate of choice," 1860 Munich's majority shareholder, Hasan Ismaik, said in a statement on the club's website. "We are confident that his long years of experience at the highest level of football will be an asset to us." "For me there is no doubt that the club belongs back in the Bundesliga," the statement quoted Ayre as saying. "As of today, TSV 1860 is not among the biggest or best clubs in Germany. However, there is tremendous potential to improve this situation. If size alone mattered, the elephant and not the lion would be king of the animal kingdom," he added in a reference to the animal that happens to be on 1860's badge. Early departure Ayre, who let it be known last March that he would be stepping down as Liverpool chief executive when his current contract expired, is to leave the Premier League club at … [Read more...] about Liverpool Chairman Ian Ayre to step into the fray at 1860